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Argenica Therapeutics reported a 34% revenue increase driven by R&D incentives but saw losses widen by 31% due to intensified clinical trial activity. The company is progressing its ARG-007 Phase 2 stroke trial and engaging with the FDA to lift a clinical hold.

Avecho Biotechnology reported a 79% revenue increase driven by a $4.8 million upfront licensing fee from Sandoz, yet its half-year loss grew 23% as R&D and administrative costs rose. The company advances its Phase III CBD insomnia trial while pursuing further international licensing.

Imugene Limited has successfully closed its Share Purchase Plan, raising $2.42 million following a $22.5 million institutional placement, reinforcing its capital position for ongoing immuno-oncology development.

Syntara Limited reported a significantly reduced loss for FY2025, driven by clinical progress and capital raises, while advancing its lead drug amsulostat with FDA Fast Track designation. The company also navigates ongoing payment disputes following the sale of its mannitol respiratory business.

Percheron Therapeutics posted a 25% increase in net loss for FY2025 amid termination of its Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy programs. The company pivots strategically to oncology with the in-licensing of HMBD-002, a monoclonal antibody targeting VISTA, aiming to initiate Phase II trials in 2026.

Anagenics Limited has revealed a significant 52.6% decline in revenue alongside an 83.5% increase in net loss for the financial year ended June 2025, marking a challenging period for the biotech company.

Starpharma has received a $3.7 million R&D Tax Incentive refund for the 2025 financial year, reinforcing its commitment to advancing dendrimer technology and biotechnology innovation in Australia.

Invion Limited has affirmed its compliance with ASX disclosure rules following the US FDA’s granting of Orphan Drug Designation for its anal cancer treatment candidate INV043. The company detailed the timing and verification process behind its announcement.

Dimerix Limited reported a 22% reduction in its FY2025 loss to $13.25 million, driven by strong licensing revenues and advancing its pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial for DMX-200. The company secured new global partnerships valued at up to AU$1.4 billion, bolstering its cash reserves and commercial prospects.

Biome Australia has secured key distribution partnerships with Mecca and Go Vita, launching its Activated Probiotics range into premium beauty and health food channels across Australia.

Zoono Group Limited has raised an additional A$992,000 through a shortfall placement, boosting its working capital to support global expansion of its shelf-life extension technology. The company also linked CEO share incentives to ambitious sales targets, signaling confidence in growth prospects.

Biotron Limited reported a significantly reduced net loss of $318,572 for FY2025, bolstered by a $1.27 million capital raise and a $1.81 million R&D tax rebate, as it advances clinical and preclinical antiviral programs.